Department of State redirects here. For the term as used in Ireland, see Department of State (Ireland). The United States Department of State (DOS), often referred to as the State Department, is the United States federal executive department that advises the President and leads the country in foreign policy issues.
The Difference Between Ginger Ale and Ginger Beer. Ginger beer was originally an alcoholic brew made from fermenting ginger, sugar, and water, although most commercial ginger beers nowadays are non-alcoholic. Ginger ale is a non-alcoholic, sweetened, ginger-flavored soft drink. Ginger beer is stronger-tasting and spicier than ginger ale, but less carbonated.
The two main sub-categories are lager and ale. The difference between a conventional beer (lager) and ale lies in the way the two are prepared. Beer is produced from the fermentation and brewing of starch derived mainly from cereal grains such as malted barley mixed with water and yeast to cause fermentation. Commonly hops are also added to the beer.